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senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working on a bill to launch a pilot program that aims to streamline healthcare for veterans who are part of both Medicare and the VA patient enrollment system. Our goal is to enhance care coordination, improve access and outcomes, and reduce costs for these veterans by eliminating service duplication and closing gaps in care.Congress.gov
S 506 - Coordinating Care for Senior Veterans and Wounded Warriors Act
senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We're seeking to broaden the use of publicly traded partnership structures to include energy power generation projects and transportation fuels. This proposed legislation aims to support clean energy development and fuel innovation by providing more flexible financing options for these sectors.Congress.gov
S 510 - Financing Our Energy Future Act
senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to pass the Future Logging Careers Act, which aims to create opportunities for 16- and 17-year-olds to gain early career experience in logging operations by exempting them from certain child labor laws, while maintaining safeguards by excluding the manual use of chainsaws and other high-risk activities.Congress.gov
S 509 - Future Logging Careers Act
senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to enhance beach safety by updating the BEACH Act, aiming to improve water quality monitoring at coastal areas. This legislation seeks to expand testing for contamination, including in shallow upstream waters, ensuring timely public notification about potential hazards.Congress.gov
S 508 - BEACH Act of 2025
senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We're proposing the "Protect Small Businesses from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025" to extend the deadline for companies formed before January 1, 2024, to file beneficial ownership information until January 1, 2026. This aims to reduce paperwork burdens and offer additional time for compliance, ensuring that small businesses can focus more on growth and less on administrative tasks.Congress.gov
S 505 - ‘Protect Small Businesses from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025
senate 02/11/2025 - 119th Congress
We're excited to announce a new bill aimed at boosting precision agriculture in the U.S. by developing voluntary interconnectivity standards. This initiative seeks to enhance agricultural efficiency through advanced technology, supporting local farmers and reinforcing our leadership role in global agricultural standards.Congress.gov
S 507 - Promoting Precision Agriculture Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to ensure that the United States avoids military involvement in Gaza, respecting the rights of the Palestinian people and maintaining peace and stability in the region. By opposing the deployment of U.S. forces to "take over" Gaza, we seek to prevent unnecessary conflict, uphold international partnerships, and prioritize diplomatic and humanitarian efforts.Congress.gov
SRES 68 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States shall not deploy United States military assets or personnel to Gaza for purposes of "taking over" Gaza.
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We're proposing legislation to amend the tax code so that certain retrofits of automatic fire sprinkler systems in high-rise residential buildings can be depreciated over 15 years. This change aims to provide a financial incentive for building owners to enhance fire safety by upgrading their sprinkler systems.Congress.gov
S 504 - High Rise Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that rural communities have enhanced access to critical healthcare services by restoring state authority to waive the 35-mile rule for certain facilities to be designated as critical access hospitals under Medicare. This proposed legislation aims to prevent rural hospital closures, providing crucial healthcare access in underserved areas.Congress.gov
S 502 - Rural Hospital Closure Relief Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure the Federal Communications Commission evaluates how the availability of network equipment affects the rollout of advanced telecommunications services. This will help identify and address supply chain challenges that impact universal service deployment across the country.Congress.gov
S 503 - NET Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
In response to potential threats posed by the misuse of artificial intelligence in public health, we're working towards legislation that directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a comprehensive strategy. This plan will address risks such as the development of biological weapons and resistant viruses, ensuring we're prepared to safeguard national health security.Congress.gov
S 501 - Strategy for Public Health Preparedness and Response to Artificial Intelligence Threats
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure the government stays open and functional by proposing the Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025. This legislation aims to automatically allocate funding at a reduced level to prevent disruptions to federal programs and services during budget discussions.Congress.gov
S 499 - Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to modify the criteria for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status to prevent organizations from providing support to individuals unlawfully present in the United States, while respecting religious freedoms by not requiring proof of citizenship or immigration status.Congress.gov
S 497 - FENCE Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to provide tax relief for victims of the Texas Panhandle fires by exempting compensation payments from taxable income and supporting ranchers who need to replace livestock lost to the fires. This legislation aims to ease the financial burden on those affected, helping them recover more efficiently.Congress.gov
S 496 - Wildfire Victim Tax Relief and Recovery Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to continue vital support programs aimed at combating addiction through the new CAREER Act of 2025. This bill reauthorizes grants for treatment, recovery, workforce support, and housing, helping individuals overcome substance use disorders and reenter the workforce. By extending these programs, we aim to reduce overdose deaths and improve employment outcomes for affected communities.Congress.gov
S 500 - CAREER Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We seek to honor the bravery and outstanding service of the African Americans who served with Union forces during the Civil War by posthumously awarding them a Congressional Gold Medal. This recognition aims to acknowledge their critical contributions to the Union's victory and the advancement of emancipation and citizenship for nearly four million enslaved people.Congress.gov
S 498 - United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to make federal regulatory decisions more transparent, especially those that affect small businesses. The "Prove It Act of 2025" aims to ensure that agencies thoroughly analyze and consider the economic impact of proposed rules on small entities, allowing for greater scrutiny and participation in the decision-making process.Congress.gov
S 495 - Prove It Act of 2025
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing legislation aimed at prohibiting U.S. cooperation with the International Criminal Court and halting the use of federal funds to support the ICC or the Palestinian Authority. This measure seeks to ensure that U.S. resources are not used in investigations or activities deemed contrary to U.S. interests and foreign policy objectives.Congress.gov
S 493 - Stop the ICC Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit to better support businesses in hiring targeted workers and encourage longer-term employment. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, we aim to make the tax credit a more effective incentive, thus boosting employment opportunities for veterans and individuals receiving specific forms of assistance.Congress.gov
S 492 - Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act
senate 02/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to create a comprehensive national strategy to advance epilepsy research, boost treatment and care coordination, and improve the quality of life for individuals living with this condition. Through coordinated efforts, we seek to enhance understanding and management of epilepsy, a disorder affecting millions, by fostering collaboration across federal agencies and the community.Congress.gov
S 494 - National Plan for Epilepsy Act
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We are introducing a resolution to authorize expenditures for the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. This will enable the committee to fund personnel, consultants, and necessary training for staff, ensuring it can effectively carry out its duties from March 2025 to February 2027.Congress.gov
SRES 65 - An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on the Judiciary.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We are remembering and honoring the 67 lives lost in the tragic mid-air collision on January 29, 2025, between American Airlines Flight 5342 and Army Air Transport 25. Our resolution supports the grieving families and acknowledges the bravery of first responders who acted swiftly and courageously in the aftermath.Congress.gov
SRES 64 - A resolution honoring the memory of the victims of the tragic mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and United States Army Aviation Brigade Priority Air Transport 25 on January 29, 2025.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We're seeking authorization for the Committee on Finance to allocate resources for personnel and operations from March 2025 to February 2027. This will ensure the committee can effectively carry out its duties, including hearings and investigations, with clear budgets set for each fiscal period.Congress.gov
SRES 63 - An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Finance.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We aim to authorize necessary funding and resources for the Special Committee on Aging, allowing it to continue its essential work from March 2025 to February 2027. This includes allocating budget for personnel, using government services, and covering various operational expenses to support the committee's investigation and oversight responsibilities.Congress.gov
SRES 62 - An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Special Committee on Aging.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We are promoting the recognition of "Career and Technical Education Month" to highlight the critical role CTE plays in preparing a skilled and competitive workforce in the United States. Our goal is to encourage support and awareness of CTE as a respected education pathway that aligns with labor market demands, significantly benefitting students and the economy.Congress.gov
SRES 66 - A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We're proposing legislation to declare racism a public health crisis in the United States. This resolution aims to address systemic practices and policies perpetuating racial inequities and poor health outcomes for minority groups by committing to a nationwide strategy that promotes equality and addresses the social determinants of health. This initiative charges all of us to uphold the principles of equality and unalienable rights for every individual.Congress.gov
SRES 67 - A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We are proposing an amendment to ensure the stability of the U.S. Supreme Court by maintaining a consistent composition of nine justices. This aims to preserve the Court's structure and prevent changes that could arise from fluctuating numbers of justices.Congress.gov
SJRES 16 - A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to nullify a specific rule from the Forest Service that deals with criminal prohibitions, as we believe it overreaches and may not align with broader goals of balanced environmental management and local enforcement discretion.Congress.gov
SJRES 17 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Forest Service of the Department of Agriculture relating to "Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions".
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that veterans' privacy is respected by proposing legislation to prevent the Department of Veterans Affairs from automatically sharing their personal information with the Department of Justice for the national background check system, unless a court determines they're a danger to themselves or others. This aims to protect veterans' Second Amendment rights while still addressing safety concerns through proper judicial oversight.Congress.gov
S 478 - Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act of 2025
senate 02/06/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure that businesses involved in the trafficking of marijuana, which remains illegal at the federal level, will not be able to claim tax deductions or credits. This proposed legislation aims to uphold current tax codes and maintain consistency with federal drug policy.Congress.gov
S 471 - No Deductions for Marijuana Businesses Act